Malachi Nelson to start as quarterback for UTEP this season
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Former five-star quarterback Malachi Nelson will start for UTEP this season. UTEP Athletics confirmed the news to ABC-7 this…
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Drier Thursday
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We will see moisture continue to push out of the region leading to drier conditions and weaker rain chances over the next…
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More harm than good: Students overworking themselves at school
Now that students are back in the classrooms, it’s important for them to keep a healthy school-life balance. One expert at Emergence Health Network…
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Another round of evening showers and thunderstorms, heavy rain can lead to localized flooding
Our ABC-7 First Alert has been dropped in the Borderland because of decreasing activity. Scattered showers and thunderstorms dropped heavy rain in El…
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Beto O’Rourke returns to El Paso to host community meeting
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Democratic leaders called on El Pasons to get involved at stand up against Redistricting. Former U.S. House Representative…
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Community Champions: College football player from El Paso enlists in the Army National Guard
EL PASO, Texas – A college football player from El Paso will be wearing two uniforms this year. His football one, and his military uniform.…
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Why the border wall that’s being painted black could heat up more
SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) — U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem announced plans to paint the border wall black to deter migrants…
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Texas House adopts controversial congressional map
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– After an almost eight hour House floor session, the Texas House adopted the congressional map 88-52 that adds five GOP seats…
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Special Report: Tequila Tariff Talks
TEQUILA, JALISCO (MEXICO) — Recent negotiations between U.S. President Donald Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum resulted in a 90-day…
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ABC-7 at 4: Latinés in Leadership Awards to honor Latinas across southern New Mexico
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – The Covarrubias-Aprendamos Foundation and the Zamora Family Foundation will host the Latinés in Leadership Awards, a…
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Fire in Vinton area sending large plume of smoke into the air
VINTON, Texas (KVIA) — A fire in the Vinton area is sending a large plume of black smoke into the air right now. The plume is visible from miles…
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Palenque Grill opens at Cielo Vista Mall
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A new Palenque Grill location just opened at the Cielo Vista Mall. The chain celebrated the opening of its newest location…
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Las Crucens settle with Las Cruces hospital over medical bills
Las Cruces community members gathered today to announce a settlement in a lawsuit against a local hospital. In 2021, Mountain View Regional…
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Texas House approves GOP congressional map after two-week delay from Democrats’ walkout
By Kayla Guo and Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune Aug. 20, 2025 “Texas House approves GOP congressional map after two-week delay from…
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County unveils plan for new Pan American Speedway in North Fabens
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The county unveiled its plan for a new motorsport entertainment venue in North Fabens today. County officials say the Pan…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Thunderstorm chances again today
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First alert as thunderstorm chances still remain for your midweek forecast. Today our rain chances…
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State Rep. Claudia Ordaz says IVF treatments kept her from attending legislative session
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas State Representative Claudia Ordaz, who represents part of El Paso, revealed that she was getting IVF treatment during…
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‘Alyssa’s Law’ just took effect in Texas. Here’s how it impacts your child
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — “Alyssa’s Law,” also known as Senate Bill 838, takes affect this school year for Texas schools. The legislation requires…
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Judge temporarily blocks Texas’ Ten Commandments requirement in 11 school districts
By Jaden Edison, Eleanor Klibanoff and Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune June 26, 2025 “Judge temporarily blocks Texas’ Ten Commandments…
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ABC-7 at 4: ReadyOne Abilities in Action
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- El Paso-based garment manufacturer Ready-One Industries specializes in a diverse range of products. Lincoln Smith, the…
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NMSU students begin fall semester with new programs
As part of ABC-7’s back-to-school coverage, we joined New Mexico State University in Las Cruces as they return to class for the fall semester on…
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Tuesday High School Volleyball: Franklin tops El Dorado in straight sets
EL PASO, Texas – It was an Eastside versus Westside showdown Tuesday night on the volleyball court. The Franklin Cougars played host to the El Dorado…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Some showers and storms rolled in this afternoon and evening; some good rain in spots.
Showers and storms hit the Borderland Tuesday afternoon and evening. The West Side of town, along Doniphan between West Towne Marketplace and…
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ABC-7 Listens: Complaint about anchors “matching & color coordinating” on set
EL PASO – This week’s ABC-7 Listens addressed viewer reactions (complaints & praise) on anchors “matching & color coordinating” on the set. A…
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How to stay safe on the roads during monsoon season
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Monsoon season is here in the Borderland. July, August, and September are the wettest months of the year, and with that rain…
Continue Reading US border wall to be painted black to deter people from trying to climb
SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) — U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem visited the southern border wall Monday afternoon to meet with…
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Water pools on Doniphan as rain falls on El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Water is pooling on Doniphan and surrounding streets in El Paso as rain falls on the Borderland today. We are currently…
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The Whataburger on Sunland Park is open for business
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Whataburger on Sunland Park Drive has opened its doors after being closed for months. One of the oldest Whataburger…
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New document reveals cause of Sun Metro facility explosion cause
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 has obtained documents detailing the cause of February’s Sun Metro facility explosion that killed two people. Another…
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